Not-for-profits use special events to raise large amounts in a short period of time. Most often, the donor receives a direct benefit from the event — such as dinner or participation in a gaming activity. But special events don’t always meet their fundraising goals. In fact, organizations can lose money on them. Following these steps […]
Filed under: General by OSA&C Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018
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How much are your volunteers worth? The not-for-profit advocacy group Independent Sector estimates the value of the average American volunteer at $24.69 an hour. Volunteers who perform specialized services may be even more valuable. Whether your entire workforce is unpaid or you rely on a few volunteers to support a paid staff, you need to […]
Filed under: General by OSA&C Tuesday, October 9th, 2018
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